Also called: Loader, Loader Operator, Tankerman, Truck Loader
Load and unload chemicals and bulk solids, such as coal, sand, and grain, into or from tank cars, trucks, or ships, using material moving equipment. May perform a variety of other tasks relating to shipment of products. May gauge or sample shipping tanks and test them for leaks.
Transportation
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
Arts and Humanities
Safety and Government
Basic Skills
Problem Solving
Controlled Movement
Hand and Finger Use
Endurance
Attention
Realistic
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
Spreadsheet software
Materials requirements planning logistics and supply chain software
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
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